Tejon Ranch Conservancy

In 2008, a landmark agreement set aside 90% of Tejon Ranch for conservation. That commitment continues to guide our work today:

🌱Protecting vast landscapes.
🌱Supporting research.
🌱Ensuring that this land is stewarded with care for generations to come.

By preserving habitat at this scale, we can support biodiversity, maintain ecological balance, and provide a foundation for long-term conservation efforts. This agreement remains a cornerstone of everything we do.

Happy Nature Photography Day! Here’s to chasing light, finding stillness, and capturing the wild exactly as it is.

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Some views are worth the climb. Happy National Get Outdoors Day.

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This year marks 18 years of stewardship at Tejon Ranch! We are grateful for the donors, volunteers, educators, researchers, and community members who have supported this work along the way.

Together, we have helped:

🔸Protect important habitats.
🔸Advance scientific understanding.
🔸Create opportunities for people to connect with the land.

This milestone is not just a reflection of the past. It is a continued commitment to the future of conservation.

📕🥾 We’re so excited for this upcoming event and can’t wait to spend the morning with you out at Tejon Ranch!

In partnership with the Arts Council of Kern, we’ll be exploring the natural world through observation, creativity, and curiosity. Whether you’re an experienced artist or simply looking for a new way to connect with nature, this workshop is for you.

Join us on June 24 from 9:00 AM–12:30 PM on the San Joaquin side of the Ranch for a fun, hands-on experience focused on slowing down, noticing the details, and documenting what you discover.

Bring a notebook, water, and an open mind, we’ll see you out there! 🌿

Register here 🔗 👇

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/nature-journaling-workshop-2

Tea, treats, and tall trees 🌲🫖

Sweet bites, slow sips, and an afternoon among the pines in the high country — we’re hosting a delightful High Tea on Tejon and you’re invited.

📍 Tejon Ranch
📅 Saturday, August 15th
🍰 Catering by

Registration opens June 15th — mark your calendars and bring your favorite sun hat ☀️

If you’ve ever been on a tour with the Conservancy, odds are you’ve climbed aboard one of our trusty 12-passenger vans: either the "SS Xantus", our Nissan vane named for John Xantus, a California naturalist and early western ornithologist who documented species in the Tehachapis in the late 19th century, or "Ben", our Ford van named after one of the Conservancy’s greatest supporters. What you may not know is that operating these vans requires a commercial driver’s license – and that is no small feat! It takes months of work, including advanced driver theory classes, behind-the-wheel training with a certified instructor, a medical exam, a written test, a multi-point vehicle inspection, and an advanced driving skills test. On top of that, our drivers and vehicle fleet are inspected and tested every year to stay in compliance. This is all a good thing, because safety is at the forefront of every one of our public access events. For the last several years, only two Conservancy personnel have had the license needed to drive these vans. But this morning, Senior Docent Don Britton officially earned his commercial license! That literally increases our capacity to lead van-based tours by 30%. Though these licenses are difficult to obtain, you can know that you are in excellent and experienced hands with our tour drivers. They really have to pass muster to get their commercial licenses! Keep on the lookout for a major increase in our event offerings in the near future. Huge congratulations to Don – and woo hoo for more Conservancy adventures ahead!

☀️ It’s officially June, and we’re kicking off summer with a full lineup of outdoor adventures, creative experiences, and opportunities to connect with nature at Tejon Ranch Conservancy! 🥾📸🎨

From scenic hikes and mountain trails to nature journaling and photography, there’s something for everyone this month. Join us on the Ranch and discover new ways to explore California’s incredible landscapes while making lasting memories along the way. 🦋🐝🐞✨

🔗 Register and learn more:
https://www.tejonconservancy.org/calendar

In honor of Memorial Day, we invite you to join us in taking time to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our country and preserve our freedom.

Please note that our office will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26th, and will respond to any messages received during the closure as promptly as possible.

Wishing you a respectful and meaningful Memorial Day.

We’re excited to welcome Blake Bastain as the new Operations Manager at Tejon Ranch Conservancy!

After 26 years as a high school English teacher, Blake is bringing his passion for community, education, and the environment to our team. A longtime lover of the outdoors, he’s eager to help visitors of all ages connect with the incredible landscapes of Tejon Ranch through outreach, exploration, and learning.

Join us in giving Blake a warm welcome to the Conservancy community! 🌿